Airport Technician - LGA

JGM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

JGM in New York is seeking a baggage handling technician to support airport operations. You will operate the baggage belt system, ensure bags are spaced and aligned, and respond to jams to minimize delays.

The job requires working in a noisy environment, and shifts include weekends and holidays. Training new hires and maintaining cleanliness of the bag room are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• Experience with baggage handling equipment and processes.
• Ability to follow safety and security procedures.
• Good communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate baggage belt and carousels, ensure proper bag spacing and alignment.
• Manage manual bag movements during system outages and perform cleanup.
• Work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Baggage handling

Forklift operation

English proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Job Overview

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications, which may be required of employees assigned to this job classification.

All of the above functions are normally performed within certain narrow time constraints which are usually dictated upon the actual arrival of an aircraft and its scheduled departure. The failure to perform these functions may result in passenger inconvenience caused by delayed aircraft departure and passenger and employee safety. The failure to perform these functions properly may result in serious injury to passengers, employees, damaged ground equipment and/or aircraft.

Responsibilities

Technicians are responsible for the operation of the belt. Must ensure proper spacing of bags and monitor the buildup of bags on the carousels. Must ensure that the bags are aligned as required and immediately clear any resulting jams. Technicians are responsible for the manual movement of baggage in the event of a system outage. Must perform general cleanup of work areas in and around the conveyor equipment at a frequency required to maintain units free of trash, dirt and debris. Maintainers perform semi‑skilled maintenance under the supervision of a Dispatcher or Supervisor.

Physical & Work Requirements

• Bend, stoop, and crawl to work in tight, restricted areas. Push, pull, lift and carry components weighing up to 40‑75 pounds.
• Climb 10–25 ft. on ladders and perform duties. Must have good coordination and balance.
• Stand 60–75% of an 8‑hour shift.
• Operate the controls for a forklift or man lift (authorized employees only) in congested areas.
• Drive vehicles weighing up to 3 tons on selected assignments in congested areas requiring good depth perception and ability to distinguish colors.
• Have good eyesight and be able to work with color‑coded wiring and other components, including but not limited to red, green, yellow, blue, black, brown, white, and orange.
• Work in a high noise‑level environment and tolerate dust and jet fumes (dust masks and earplugs are provided).
• Write and type legibly to complete forms/paperwork as required.
• Communicate – verbal and written – in English and be understood by others.
• Be familiar with computers and Microsoft based operating systems.
• Regulate own work with little supervision and accomplish tasks independently.
• Work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays and days off.

Additional Duties

Help train new hires. Cleaning the Bag room, MIT & TSA areas.

Disclaimer

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities as needed to support organizational goals and operational requirements.